Overview

A Smoky Mountains adventure awaits you at Anakeesta. This outdoor adventure theme park combines nature, thrill, wonder, and more for a one-of-a-kind journey. Race on a zipline, see epic views of the Smokies from the Chondola, go gem mining, or brave the treetop canopy walk—the choice is yours! Plus, don’t miss the Magical Firefly Village with shops, restaurants, and more.

Good To Know

Visit the Magical Firefly Village for shopping, dining, and a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountain range.

Certain attractions and activities have height, weight, and age restrictions.

Description

from Anakeesta

A unique outdoor family experience immersing guests of all ages in the beauty and adventure of the great outdoors. Admission to Anakeesta includes a scenic ride via the Chondola to the summit of Anakeesta Mountain where you enter our magical Firefly Village. Enjoy spectacular views of downtown Gatlinburg along the way. At the top, experience majestic scenic views of Mt. LeConte, quaint gift shops and casual dining. Look for our new mountaintop restaurant featuring a delicious menu, full-service bar, and outdoor seating. Cliff Top Grill & Bar is named after the majestic mountain peaks that serve as the backdrop to our dining pavilion, making it the perfect spot to watch the sunset!

Stroll along the 16 bridge Tree Canopy Walk 40'–60' feet above the forest floor, and explore our whimsical Tree House Village Playground with the kids. Follow the Memorial Forest Walk to learn about the November 2016 fire and how it impacted our ‘mountain strong’ community, and discover our new Vista Gardens botanical walk that features walking trails that meander through lush gardens filled with a variety of flowers and plants.

Special Event - The Legend of HallowMountain at AnakeestaAnakeesta takes Halloween scare to the next level. From kid-friendly Halloween fun to pulse-pounding scare zones, everyone will find their level of fun (…or FEAR…) at the Legend of Hallow Mountain.

For the kids, we will host family-friendly crafts, games, movies, activities, not so spooky character visits and of course sweet treats for all.

Looking for a frightfully good time? Dare to stay after dark when the undead rise, seeking their way off of Hallow Mountain. Find your level of fear in one of our scare zones or take in a black and white cult classic movies on the outdoor screen at the Overlook Beer Garden. Join us…..if you dare.

*All Hallow Mountain Events are Included with General Admission | Zombie Ziplining requires an additional ticket purchase | All elements will open based on sunset times. Note: Returning free the following day after 6 PM is not valid on Legend of Hallow Mountain event nights.

For even more excitement purchase tickets on our Dueling Zipline Adventure (additional fee) and race side-by-side with friends on our 1,000+ foot zip lines soaring 125' above the ground. At each challenge tower, you will experience the thrill of rappelling to your next zip challenge. Everyone will enjoy racing down the mountainside on the new single rail mountain coaster… the Rail Runner (additional fee)!

Anakeesta is located at
576 Parkway • Gatlinburg, TN37738

Frequently Asked Questions about Anakeesta

Is Anakeesta wheelchair accessible?Yes, several areas of Anakeesta are wheelchair accessible. The Gondola cabins size is 32″ wide and 49″ deep for your ride to the summit of Anakeesta. The Firefly Village’s shops, dining pavilion, and viewing platforms are also wheelchair accessible.

Is the Chondola the only way to get to Anakeesta?Yes. Guests can choose to ride in an open air 4-person chair with a safety bar or select an enclosed gondola cabin with seating for 6. This scenic ride takes passengers up 600’ to the summit of Anakeesta Mountain.

What should I wear?It is recommended that guests wear comfortable outdoor attire and shoes. Those who wish to go ziplining must wear closed-toe shoes and be able to pull/tie back long hair.

Are pets allowed?No. Only service animals may accompany guests.

Is Anakeesta open in the rain?East Tennessee is subject to many different types of weather conditions. Anakeesta is an outdoor theme park and many of the rides and activities are designed to operate safely in a variety of weather conditions including rain, snow and light winds. Weather conditions are monitored at all times and for the safety of our guests and staff. With this in mind, staff may choose to suspend operations during periods of inclement weather.

Is parking available?Yes. On-site paid “Premier Public” city parking allows Anakeesta guests to park before embarking on the Chondola ride to the summit of Anakeesta Mountain. Visitors can also find nearby parking at two City parking garages, one across the street at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and the other at Traffic Light #3, the McMahan Parking Garage.

Are there restrictions for ziplining?Yes. The restrictions are as follows:

Participants must be at least 7 years old AND 70 lbs. to participate.

All guests under 12 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.

Participants must weigh between 70 lbs. and 270 lbs.

Everyone must wear closed-toed shoes. No Chacos, Crocs or Five-Finger shoes will be permitted.

Guests must be in good health and able to stand for 45 minutes.

Visitors cannot participate in zip lining if:

You are pregnant.

You suffer from medical conditions that require immediate attention.

You have existing or recurring injuries or have recently had major knee, back, or leg surgeries.

You are under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or anything else that impairs judgment.

You have any known mental or physical handicaps or disorders that would not enable you to complete the mental and physical tasks that happen throughout the course.

What should I bring for ziplining?

Appropriate attire and closed-toe shoes.

Bring cameras, GoPro’s, and phones at your own risk. We highly recommend having straps or secure pockets.

Glasses and sunglasses can be worn. If you plan on taking them off we recommend having a strap.

Necessary medication such as inhalers, nitroglycerine pills, or epi-pens.

We recommend hair ties for long hair.

The following items are not allowed on the ziplines:

Dangling jewelry including long necklaces and hoop earrings are not allowed.

Unsecured items (phones, keys, water bottles, etc) that can fall out while ziplining. This is for the safety of those working or traveling under our zip lines and platforms.

Short shorts, dresses, skirts, swimsuits, and baggy clothes are not recommended.

Backpacks or fanny packs are not recommended unless for medication.

Does the Rail Runner have restrictions?Yes, the following restrictions are in place for the Rail Runner for single riders:

Maximum weight: 270 lbs.

Riders under the age of 7 may not ride alone.

Must be at least 48" tall.

Tandem riders are subject to the following restrictions:

Combined weight cannot exceed 270 lbs.

Passengers ages 3 to 7 years old must be a minimum of 37" tall.

Passengers cannot be taller than the driver's shoulders.

Driver is fully responsible for passenger in front when riding tandem and must be able to control braking lever at all times.

Visitors cannot ride the Rail Runner if:

You are pregnant.

You suffer from medical conditions that require immediate attention.

You have existing or recurring injuries or have recently had major knee, back, or leg surgeries.

You are under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or anything else that impairs judgment.

You have any known mental or physical handicaps or disorders that would not enable you to complete the mental and physical tasks that happen throughout the course.

What should I bring for the Rail Runner?

It is recommended that visitors wear comfortable clothing (dresses, skirts, and swimsuits are not allowed) and bring GoPros, cameras, and phones at their own risk. Anakeesta is not responsible for lost items. Glasses and sunglasses may be worn.

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